Best Time to Visit Makkah
Best time: Feb, Mar, Jan, Dec.
Jun is warmest (42°C high); Nov is rainiest (25 mm).
Makkah weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29.1 | 17.9 | 12 | 6.7 |
| Feb | 30.2 | 18.2 | 6 | 8.1 |
| Mar | 33.2 | 20.3 | 8 | 9.2 |
| Apr | 36.8 | 23.6 | 3 | 10.1 |
| May | 40.1 | 27 | 8 | 10.7 |
| Jun | 42 | 28.3 | 1 | 11.3 |
| Jul | 41.7 | 28.9 | 1 | 11 |
| Aug | 41.2 | 28.9 | 3 | 10.3 |
| Sep | 40.6 | 28 | 2 | 9.7 |
| Oct | 37.9 | 24.8 | 5 | 8.7 |
| Nov | 33.7 | 22 | 25 | 7.4 |
| Dec | 30.7 | 19.3 | 18 | 6.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebMarJanDec
Beaches: AprMarFebOct
Hiking: FebJanJunJul
Sightseeing: FebJanMarDec
Makkah quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Makkah?
Feb, Mar, Jan, Dec.
What is the rainiest month?
Nov, about 25 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jun, with average highs of 42°C.
Where to stay
Book Makkah hotels · Makkah tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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